Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing

The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing was first seen in a teaser aired during the Rolex 24 At Daytona endurance race, and was officially unveiled on February 1^st, 2021. The range-topping model is set to enter the market during the summer of 2021 as a 2022 model year vehicle.

Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Quick Facts
Model years:	2022 – Present
Assembly Location:	Lansing Grand River Plant, Michigan, USA
Layout:	Front-Engined, Longitudinal
Engine:	Twin-turbocharged 3.6L V-6 LF4
Horsepower:	472
Torque:	445
Transmission:	6-Speed Manual, GM Hydra-Matic 10-Speed Auto"
Driven Wheels:	Rear-Wheel
Confirmed Availability:	U.S.A.
Predecessor:	–
Successor:	–

First-Generation

The first-gen CT4-V Blackwing sedan is equipped with the torquey twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter LFY V6 under the hood, with a boosted output rating of about 10 more horsepower compared to its in indirect predecessor, the beloved ATS-V.

The CT4-V Blackwing rides on the GM Alpha 2 platform, which is an upgraded iteration of the first-generation Alpha platform. The all-new model will be assembled at the GM Lansing Grand River plant in Lansing, Michigan, and was designed and engineered to compete directly against the following vehicles:

BMW M2 Coupe
Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG and CLA45 AMG
Audi RS3

Additionally, thanks to its larger size, the CT4-V Blackwing will also indirectly compete with the BMW M3, Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG / C63 AMG S, and Audi RS5 Sportback.

From a positioning standpoint, the CT4-V Blackwing will represent an all-new entry for Cadillac, which has never had an ultra-high-performance vehicle in the C-sedan segment. From a mechanical standpoint, the CT4-V Blackwing will be more closely related to the first-generation ATS-V Sedan.

The 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing model has only been confirmed for the U.S. market so far. That said, we expect the high-performance variant to also make its way to Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, and possibly Russia.

Performance Features

The 2022 CT4-V Blackwing offers various performance-enhancing equipment, including two optional carbon-fiber packages, dubbed Carbon Fiber 1 Package (CFZ Pkg) and Carbon Fiber 2 Package (CFV Pkg).

Carbon Fiber 1 Package – $4,100

Front splitter
Front wheel well deflectors
Front dive planes
Rear extra aero spoiler

Carbon Fiber 2 Package – $5,230

Requires Carbon Fiber 1 Package
Rocker moldings
Rocker extensions
Rear valance diffuser

Those looking to order their very own Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing should be aware that the Carbon Fiber 2 Package cannot be ordered without the Carbon Fiber 1 Package, meaning that the total cost of the Carbon Fiber 2 Package is $9,330. While the carbon fiber components are often seen as a cosmetic enhancement, the performance aspect is arguably more important. According to Cadillac, the wind-tunnel-tested carbon fiber packages can reduce lift by 75 percent compared to the standard aero.

Brembo brakes are standard for the high-performance sedan, though it does not offer a carbon ceramic option like the larger CT5-V Blackwing.

A ‘high-performance’ steering wheel is also available, and is included with either of the optional high-performance front seats. Compared to the standard steering wheel, the optional steering wheel is leather-bound instead of sueded microfiber and includes a V-Mode button, Performance Traction Management switch, carbon fiber trim, and VIN numbering.

The performance data and video recorder is another option for buyers who want to log their track sessions.